allay

🇬🇧 UK/ә'lei/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

v.

To reduce the intensity of fear, pain, or worry; to calm or relieve

减轻,缓和;使平静

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
allayother
=allay

Common Collocations

  • 1.allay fears消除恐惧
  • 2.allay concerns消除顾虑
  • 3.allay doubts消除疑虑

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The doctor's reassuring words allayed the patient's fears about surgery.

  • 2.

    The doctor's reassurance allayed her anxiety.

  • 3.

    The announcement failed to allay public concerns about safety.

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